Summary:
Clay County Schools in West Virginia has only one middle school, Clay Middle School, which serves grades 6-8. With a student enrollment of 413, the school's racial makeup is predominantly White (98.31%), with very low representation of other racial and ethnic groups. While the school's per-student spending is relatively high at $11,274, its academic performance, as measured by proficiency rates on the West Virginia Assessment, is consistently below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas.
Clay Middle School's statewide ranking has declined in recent years, dropping from 114th out of 169 West Virginia middle schools in 2021-2022 to 150th out of 169 in 2023-2024. This suggests a relative decline in performance compared to other middle schools in the state. Additionally, the school's student-teacher ratio of 14.7 is slightly higher than the state average, which could impact the quality of individualized attention and support available to students.
Overall, the data indicates that Clay County Schools faces challenges in improving the academic outcomes and diversity at Clay Middle School. Targeted interventions and strategies may be needed to address these areas of concern and provide a more well-rounded educational experience for the students in this community.
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